Best Italian restaurants in London

When it comes to pin-pointing the best Italian restaurants in London, you'll be spoiled for choice. Given the sheer volume of great dining options in the city, deciding where to eat can flummox even the most decisive of diners. There are however, a handful of restaurants that stand above the rest by virtue of flavour and authenticity. From traditional eateries dishing out humble albeit delectable plates reminiscent of the Italian countryside, to contemporary and experimental ones applauded for their ingenious interpretation of the same—we point you in the right direction.

It doesn’t get more Italian than this old-style trattoria, and like all the best Italian eateries, it’s colourful, noisy and crowded, all adding to the authentic atmosphere. Black and white photos of movie stars and Italian memorabilia clutter the walls, a grand piano stands waiting to be played (and often is) and the ...more

Located just across the bridge from lively Hammersmith, Riva is the preferred dining spot for Italian immigrants in the city, along with well-travelled locals who appreciate the subtle art of al dente.

It’s unlikely location could fool you into thinking you’ve happened upon a hidden gem, but Assaggi—even despite its intentionally discreet perch atop a pub in Notting Hill’s residential area—has been drawing in crowds (including a fair share of London A listers) for the past 15 odd years, like moths to a flame.

Bentley’s was established all the way back in 1916, but things really began to heat up when it was taken over—the overhaul extended from the interiors to the food—by Irish celebrity chef Richard Corrigan, just over a decade ago.

Of the two spaces occupied by Pescatori in London, the branch on Dover street in Mayfair is ideal for an informal evening out; a family-run outfit, you will be ploughed with the most delicious fish and seafood—Italian style.

It’s said that the best Italian restaurants outside of Italy can be found in London, and Giorgio Locatelli’s Locanda Locatelli could trick you into thinking you’re actually in La Dolce Vita—entirely on account of the food.

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Best Italian restaurants in London

When it comes to pin-pointing the best Italian restaurants in London, you’ll be spoiled for choice. Given the sheer volume of great dining options in the city, deciding where to eat can flummox even t...